Production Manager (Painesville)

The Production Manager will oversee day-to-day operations of the shop and plant for a custom construction and design organization. This role ensures projects move efficiently from design into fabrication, scheduling labor and equipment, managing inventory, enforcing quality and compliance standards, and driving continuous improvement across the production floor. The ideal candidate is hands-on, solutions-oriented, and experienced in custom, engineered-to-order or fabrication-driven environments.

Key Responsibilities

Production Scheduling & Workflow Management

• Develop and manage daily and weekly production schedules for shop and plant operations.
• Coordinate manpower, equipment, and materials to meet project timelines and client requirements.
• Track work-in-progress and proactively address schedule risks, bottlenecks, or delays.
• Collaborate with design, project management, and installation teams to align priorities and timelines.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

Inventory & Materials Management

Process Improvement & Operational Excellence

Customer & Cross-Functional Interaction

Leadership & Team Development

Qualifications